Introduction to Sociology - Lecture Notes

Flashcards created to help review key concepts from the Introduction to Sociology lecture, focusing on the Sociology of Stress Project, race and ethnicity definitions, and historical census data.

What is the main focus of the Sociology of Stress Project as mentioned in the lecture notes?

To analyze transcripts through interviews and data analysis.

When is the Interview Transcript due for the Sociology of Stress Project?

October 16.

What type of session will recitation on Friday be?

A working session to progress with the Sociology of Stress Project.

How many transcripts should be selected to analyze for the Sociology of Stress Project?

Four transcripts.

What is a key requirement for the Data Analysis Template submission?

It should include a 1-2 page analysis with codes and memos.

What does the term 'race' refer to as defined in the lecture?

A group of people perceived to be distinct due to physical appearance.

What does 'ethnicity' refer to in the context of the lecture?

A group of people who share a similar cultural heritage, such as nation of origin and language.

In what year did the U.S. first allow residents to choose their own race on the Census?

1960.

What historical event first included Mexican as a separate race in the U.S. Census?

The 1930 Census.

What does the term 'social construct' signify regarding race?

It indicates that race is created and understood through social processes rather than biological differences.

Which races were explicitly listed in the 2020 Census categories?

White, Black/African American, American Indian/Alaska Native, Asian, Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander.

According to the lecture, how many distinct racial/ethnic categories were identified in the 2020 Census due to additional fill-ins?

More than 1,500.

What does the traditional naturalization process under the Naturalization Act of 1906 state regarding eligibility?

Only 'free white persons' and 'aliens of African nativity and persons of African descent' could become U.S. citizens.